Resolution Process

(1) The permanent impairment rating and date of maximum medical improvement determined by the treating physician, and other information needed to settle a claim shall be documented in writing on a form prescribed by the Administrator and provided, at no cost, to the Employee within thirty (30) calendar days of its receipt by the adjuster. (2) Adjusters shall make an offer of settlement in writing within thirty (30) calendar days of receipt of information specified above. If settlement is not agreed upon, a Benefit Review Conference or an Alternative Dispute Resolution, whichever is appropriate, may be requested by either party in accordance with the Bureau’s rules. (3) All settlements shall be reduced to writing and shall be finalized by order or approval of an appropriate court, as required by the Workers’ Compensation Law. A copy of the court order or Bureau approval and appropriate Statistical Data Form shall be filed timely with the Bureau.